Weekly Update

Hello Families,

Here's what's going on this week:

Math - We have started our unit on decimals.  Yesterday we covered place value.  Throughout the week we will cover comparing and ordering decimals, rounding decimals and adding and subtracting decimals.  As usual, there will be a quiz on Friday.

Reading - We are continuing to read Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry.  The children seem to be enjoying the book and we have had many interesting conversations as we analyze both the craft of writing as well the content.

Writing - We are heavy into our suspense stories.  I am reviewing and meeting with students to discuss their work.

Social Studies - There is a TEST on Jamestown this THURSDAY.  Today and tomorrow we are completing a study guide that the children can use to prepare for the test tomorrow night.  This eliminates the need to bring home their notes and textbook.

Science - We are continuing our study of watersheds.  Tomorrow and Thursday we will be looking at how different changes in our environment have affected point source pollution and non-point source pollution.

REMINDER - HEADLANDS REGISTRATION FORMS ARE DUE THIS FRIDAY.  IF YOU DO NOT HAND IN THE FORMS, YOUR CHILD WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ATTEND THE TRIP.

Have a great week.

Thanks,

Debby

Weekly Update 2/4 - 2/8

Hello Families,

Here's what we're working on in class this week:

Math

We are working on ratios this week.  Both classes are studying the exact same content, but with different methods.  There will be a quiz on Friday.

Social Studies

This week we will be studying slavery in the southern colonies.  We will be discussing the origins of slavery, reasons for slavery and how it impacted the economy and  slavery laws.

Science 

We are continuing our lessons about watersheds.  Yesterday we learned about what makes a watershed.  We discussed ridge lines and looked at a few maps of the United States to identify the main watersheds in our country.  Please note:  Our science focus at The Headlands is to study watersheds.  The students will have a great opportunity for hands-on work with watersheds.

Reading 

As we continue to read Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry we are studying the author's use of various literary devices and other tools.  We are also taking a closer look at reading tests to identify the types of questions and how to locate answers in the text.  Essentially, this is preparation for the ERBs in May.  Finally, we are working on our Daily Language Reviews along phonics and word study lessons such as analogies and syllables.

Writing

We are deep into our suspense pieces.  Each day I meet with a few students to assess their progress and offer my insights to improve their piece.  I can't wait to read them all!

Have a wonderful week!

Thanks,

Debby